High school pitching has a way of making everything feel louder. The pressure. The expectations. The opinions. The highs and the lows — sometimes all in the same week. If you’re a high school pitcher reading this, here’s what I want you to know: You don’t have to have it all figured out right now. You don’t have to be perfect to be confident. And you don’t have to go through this season alone. Spring is where pitchers learn how to steady themselves. How to lead when things feel uncertain. How to

If your high school pitcher’s warm-up is “throw a few and see how it feels” … That’s not a routine. That’s a gamble. And most high school pitchers are walking into games flipping a coin. Here’s what I mean. A real warm-up is not just about loosening your arm. It’s about preparing your body and your mind for competition. Right now, most pitchers: • Throw until something “clicks” • Rush because the game is starting • Or go in cold off the bench with five throws and a prayer That’s not preparation.